The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) is urging residents to take measures to reduce the likelihood of contracting COVID-19; as cases continue to increase on the island.

As of 12 noon Friday, April 29, Montserrat recorded 18 new cases and two recoveries bringing the number of active cases on the island to 78.

The cases are predominantly locally transmitted.

The Ministry is therefore reminding persons to take the following steps to curb the spread of the virus: practice social distancing; wear a face covering; wash and sanitise hands often; stay at home if feeling unwell or experiencing flu-like symptoms, and isolate and call 496-7437 or 493-4755 for instructions on testing and care.

Officials in the Ministry of Health are continuing the process of contact tracing of close contacts of persons who have tested positive. All age groups are currently affected by this current outbreak, however, the age categories with the highest infection rates are 0-9 years and 10-19 years.

Source: GIU